Bicyclist struck by motorcycle in Robinson Township

A bicyclist sustained a leg injury after riding into the path of a motorcycle in northern Ottawa County on Wednesday, police said.

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A bicyclist sustained a leg injury after riding into the path of a motorcycle in northern Ottawa County on Wednesday, police said.

Michael Smith, 44, was riding north on 104th Street when his hat blew off. He attempted to turn around and pulled into the southbound lane, where he was struck by a southbound 2005 Suzuki motorcycle, according to witnesses.

The crash occurred around 8:20 p.m. near Sleeper Street in Robinson Township.
Smith, a Robinson Township resident, sustained a leg injury and was taken to Spectrum Butterworth Hospital, where he is listed in fair condition.

The motorcyclist — Dick Cook, 50, of Grand Haven — was wearing a helmet and sustained minor injuries in the crash, police said.